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CE08 FXF

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,433 mi
Last recorded63,433 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 FXF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Mar 2019 63,433 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch to chassi front area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn mount bushes to vehicle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavy wear outer area (5.2.3 (e))

oil signs on gearbox

various areas o corrosion underside

Pass 9 Mar 2018 59,875 miles

eml on

Fail 9 Mar 2018 59,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

eml on

Pass 2 Mar 2017 55,106 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 55,106 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Feb 2016 50,963 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner wings (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear undersills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 47,241 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 47,235 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 41,731 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 37,086 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 31,174 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 23,766 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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CE08 FXF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 41,756 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CE08 FXF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CE08 FXF registered?

CE08 FXF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is CE08 FXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 FXF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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